Contents
Before using
Audio Video Karaoke Control
Receiver
Important Safeguards........................ 2
Precautions ....................................... 3
Features............................................. 4
Supplied accessories......................... 4
Before operating this unit................. 5
TX-SE550
Instruction Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Onkyo Audio Video
Karaoke Control Receiver.
Please read this manual thoroughly before making
connections and turning on the power.
Following the instructions in this manual will enable
you to obtain optimum performance and listening
enjoyment from your new Audio Video Karaoke Control Receiver.
Please retain this manual for future reference.
Preparation
Audio equipment connections.......... 6
Video equipment connections .......... 7
Connecting other devices ................. 8
Connecting speakers....................... 10
Positioning speakers....................... 11
Connecting the power..................... 11
Making antenna connections.......... 12
Operation
Speaker setup.................................. 14
Selecting a sound source ................ 16
To enjoy Surround mode or
Stereo mode................................. 20
Karaoke function............................ 22
Tuning in a radio station................. 24
Using preset radio stations.............. 25
Recording a source......................... 26
Programming remote controller
codes............................................ 28
Appendix
Troubleshooting guide.................... 30
Specifications ................................. 31
Control guide
Control positions and names .......... 32
Remote controller RC-386M.......... 33
Using the remote controller............ 34
1.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Important Safeguards
Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the appliance is operated.
2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions
should be retained for future reference.
3.
Heed Warnings
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4.
Follow Instructions
should be followed.
5.
Water and Moisture
water – for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink,
laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and
the like.
6.
Carts and Stands
cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.
6A. An appliance and cart combina-
tion should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces may cause
the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
7.
Wall or Ceiling Mounting
to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
8.
Ventilation
tion or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation.
For example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed,
sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation
openings; or if placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the
ventilation openings, there should be free space of at least 20
cm (8 in.) and an opening behind the appliance.
9.
Heat
– The appliance should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
10.
Power Sources –
power supply only of the type described in the operating
instructions or as marked on the appliance.
11.
Polarization
plug having one blade wider than the other, please read the following information:
The polarization of the plug is a safety feature. The polarized
plug will only fit the outlet one way. If the plug does not fit
fully into the outlet, try reversing it. If there is still trouble, the
user should seek the services of a qualified electrician. Under
no circumstances should the user attempt to defeat the polarization of the plug.
12.
Power-Cord Protection
routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by
items placed upon or against them, especially near plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
appliance.
13.
Cleaning
mended by the manufacturer.
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– All warnings on the appliance and in the
– All operating and use instructions
– The appliance should not be used near
– The appliance should be used only with a
PORTABLE CART WARNING
S3125A
– The appliance should be mounted
– The appliance should be situated so that its loca-
The appliance should be connected to a
– If the appliance is provided with a polarized
– Power-supply cords should be
– The appliance should be cleaned only as recom-
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral
triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
14.
Power Lines
– An outdoor antenna should be located away
AVIS
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE
OUVRIR
NE PAS
from power lines.
15.
Nonuse Periods
– The power cord of the appliance should be
unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period
of time.
16.
Object and Liquid Entry
– Care should be taken so that
objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure
through openings.
17.
Damage Requiring Service
– The appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:
A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the
appliance; or
C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or
D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or
exhibits a marked change in performance; or
E. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
18.
Servicing
– The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions. All
other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.
19.
Outdoor Antenna Grounding
– If an outside antenna is connected to the receiver, be sure the antenna system is grounded
so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and
built up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to
proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna-discharge unit, size of
grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the
grounding electrode. See Figure 1.
FIGURE 1:
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
GROUND
CLAMP
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
S2898A
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
Precautions
1. Warranty Claim
You can find the serial number on the rear panel of this unit. In case
of warranty claim, please report this number.
2. Recording Copyright
Recording of copyrighted material for other than personal use is
illegal without permission of the copyright holder.
3. AC Fuse
The fuse is located inside the chassis and is not user-serviceable. If
power does not come on, contact your Onkyo authorized service
station.
4. Care
From time to time you should wipe the front and rear panels and the
cabinet with a soft cloth. For heavier dirt, dampen a soft cloth in a
weak solution of mild detergent and water, wring it out dry, and
wipe off the dirt. Following this, dry immediately with a clean cloth.
Do not use rough material, thinners, alcohol or other chemical solvents or cloths since these could damage the finish or remove the
panel lettering.
5. Power WARNING
BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE FIRST TIME,
READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY.
The voltage of the available power supply differs according to
country or region. Be sure that the power supply voltage of the area
where this unit will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., AC
230 V, 50 Hz or AC 120 V, 60 Hz) written on the rear panel.
W orldwide models are equipped with a voltage selector to conform
to local power supplies. Be sure to set this switch to match the voltage of the power supply in your area before plugging in the unit.
For British model
Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord
of this unit should be performed only by qualified service personnel.
IMPORTANT
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
following code:
Blue : Neutral
Brown : Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may
not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.
IMPORTANT
A 5 amp fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be
replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5
amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for
the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE
SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE
SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND
DISPOSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE
ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED
INTO ANY 13 AMP SOCKET .
If in any doubt, please consult a qualified electrician.
For U.S. model
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s
attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC, ANSI/NFPA 70, which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies
that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of
the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
FCC Information for User
CAUTION:
The user changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•
•
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
•
For Canadian model
CAUTION:
THE CLASS B LIMITS FOR RADIO NOISE EMISSION FROM
DIGITAL APPARATUS SET OUT IN THE RADIO INTERFERENCE REGULATIONS OF THE CANADIAN DEPARTMENT
OF COMMUNICATIONS.
For models having a power cord with a polarized plug:
CAUTION:
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
THIS DIGITAL APPARATUS DOES NOT EXCEED
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE
Modele pour les Canadien
ATTENTION: L'INTERFÉRENCE RADIO ÉLECTRIQUE
GÉNÉRÉE PAR CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE TYPE B NE
DÉPASSE PAS LES LIMITES ÉNONCÉES DANS LE RÈGLEMENT SUR LES PERTURBATIONS RADIO ÉLECTRIQUES,
SECTION APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE, DU MINISTÈRE DES
COMMUNICATIONS.
Sur les modèles dont la fiche est polarisée:
ATTENTION:
INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE
DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET
POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.
POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES,
Declaration of Conformity
We,
ONKYO EUROPE
ELECTRONICS GmbH
INDUSTRIESTRASSE 20
82110 GERMERING,
GERMANY
declare in own responsibility, that the ONKYO product described
in this instruction manual is in compliance with the corresponding
technical standards such as EN60065, EN55013, EN55020 and
EN61000-3-2, -3-3 (or EN60555-2, -3).
GERMERING, GERMANY
K.OTSU
ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH
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Features
Amplifier Features
■
100 Watts MAXIMUM POWER to each of the five channels
into 6 ohms at 1 kHz (EIAJ) — enough solid, clean power to
drive your home theater speakers with authority and produce
dynamically rich music, even at low volume levels, and more
than enough for a thrilling home theater experience in most
entertainment rooms.
■
COSTLY DISCRETE OUTPUT STAGE CIRCUITRY
■
HIGH-CURRENT LOW-IMPEDANCE 6-OHM DRIVE for all
five channels.
Audio/Video Features
■
POWERED BY MOTOROLA 24-BIT DSP, the DSP56009,
which runs at 88 MHz, and can execute 44 million instructions per second (MIPS) for greater processing capacity that
translates into better dynamics, more reflections and more
reverberations — parameters that define how real everything
will sound — also gives you more control over factors specific to your home theater, such as room size, ambiance,
equalization and time delay.
■
DOLBY
5.1 channel pristine digital audio on DVDs, HDTV and other
sources.
■
CINEMA RE-EQ™ CIRCUITRY**
*
DIGITAL PROCESSOR BUILT-IN to decode the
Supplied accessories
Check that the following accessories are supplied with this unit.
AM loop antenna × 1
Remote controller (RC-386M) × 1
Batteries (size AA or UM-3) × 2
The following accessories are only available for worldwide
models.
T-shaped FM antenna × 1
FM/AM Tuner Features
■
30 FM/AM RANDOM PRESETS — especially conv enient if
there are a lot of radio stations in your area. You can assign a
number, in any order, to each of your favorite FM and AM
stations, then access them simply at the touch of a button.
■
3 STATION-GROUP PRESETS
■
FM AUTO TUNING to quickly and easily find FM stations
in the area.
Other Features You’ll Enjoy
PRECISION VOLUME CONTROL to eliminate the noise
■
and distortion inherent in electronic switching, and give you
more precise, minute volume-level adjustment by remote.
KARAOKE CAPABILITY with 2 microphone inputs, each
■
with its own volume control, plus Digital Echo, Digital Key
(pitch) control and for more professional sounding karaoke.
BANANA PLUG-COMPATIBLE MULTIWAY SPEAKER
■
BINDING
*Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished Works. ©1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.
75/300 ohm antenna
adapter × 1
Memory Preservation
This unit does not require memory preservation batteries. A
built-in memory power back-up system preserves the contents
of the memory during power failures and even when the unit is
unplugged. The unit must be plugged in order to charge the
back-up system.
The memory preservation period after the unit has been
unplugged varies depending on climate and placement of the
unit. On the average, memory contents are protected over a
period of a few weeks after the last time the unit has been
unplugged. This period is shorter when the unit is exposed to a
highly humid climate.
Conversion plug (Shape may
vary depending on the area
which it was purchased.) × 1
**Re-Equalization™ is a trademark of Lucasfilm Ltd.
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Before operating this unit
Setting the AM tuning step frequency
10kHz
9kHz
AM FREQUENCY
STEP
SUB
FRONT SPEAKERS A
ANTENNA
R
(
)
REC
AM
OUT
TAPE
(
)
PLAY
N
I
FM
75
DVD
I N
VIDEO-1
N
I
GND
OUT
VIDEO-2
L
I N
R
R
CD
PHONO
L
L V
L
R
FRONT
SURROUND
-
MONI
TOR
OUT
L
L
R
R
SUB
CENTER
WOOFER
B
FRONT SPEAKERS
MODEL NO. TX-SE550
L
RLR
MULT I CHANNEL
WOOFER
I
NPUT
PRE OUT
CENTER
SPEAKER
LL
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
R
DIGITAL INPUT
DIGITAL 2
(
COAXIAL
DIGITAL 1
(
OPTICAL
R
REMOTE CONTROL
10kHz
9kHz
AM FREQUENCY
STEP
120V
220-230V
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
220-230V
)
)
AC OUTLETS
SWITCHED
TOTAL 100W MAX.
120V
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
(Worldwide models only)
Worldwide models are equipped with a switch that controls the AM
band tuning steps. Please set this switch to match the AM band tuning step frequency in your area.
U.S.A. and Canada: 10 kHz
Other areas : 9 kHz
Setting the Voltage selector (Worldwide models
only)
W orldwide models are equipped with a voltage selector to conform with
local power supplies. Be sure to set this switch to match the voltage of
the power supply in your area before plugging in the unit.
1. Determine the proper voltage for your area: 220-230 V or
120 V.
2. If the preset voltage is not correct for your area, insert a screwdriver into the groove in the switch. Slide the switch all the way
to the right (120 V) or to the left (220-230 V), whichever is
appropriate.
1
2
3
Remote control sensor
TX-SE550
Installing the remote controller batteries
1. Remove the battery compartment cover by pressing the tab and
lifting up the cover.
2. Insert two AA (R6- or UM-3)-size batteries into the battery compartment. Carefully follow the polarity diagram (positive (+) and negative (–) symbols) inside the battery compartment.
3. After batteries are installed and seated correctly, replace the compartment cover.
Notes
•
Do not mix new batteries with old batteries or different kinds of
batteries.
•
To avoid corrosion, remove the batteries if the remote controller
is not to be used for a long time.
•
Remove dead batteries immediately to avoid damage from corrosion. If the remote controller doesn’t operate smoothly,
replace both the batteries at the same time.
•
The life of the batteries supplied is about six months but this
will vary depending on usage.
Using the remote controller
Point the remote controller toward the remote control sensor.
The STANDBY indicator lights up when the unit receives a signal
from the remote controller.
STANDBY indicator
30˚
30˚
approx. 5 m
(16 feet)
Notes
•
Place the unit away from strong light such as direct sunlight or
inverted fluorescent light which can pre vent proper operation of the
remote controller.
Using another remote controller of the same type in the same
•
room or using the unit near equipment which uses infrared rays
may cause operational interference.
Do not put any object such as a book on the remote controller.
•
The buttons of the remote controller may be pressed by mistake
and drain the batteries.
•
Make sure the audio rack doors do not have colored glass. Placing the unit behind such doors may prevent proper remote controller operation.
If there is any obstacle between the remote controller and the
•
remote control sensor, the remote controller will not operate.
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Audio equipment connections
•
On each pair of input jacks, a red connector (marked R) corresponds to the right
channel, and a white connector (marked L) to the left channel.
•
Please refer to the instruction manual of each component when making any connections.
•
This receiver is designed for use with turntables using moving magnet cartridges.
•
Insert the plugs and connectors securely. Remember that improper connection
can result in noise, poor performance, or damage to the equipment.
Tape Deck
L
R
PHONO
INPUT
(REC)
ANTENNA
AM
FM
75
GND
CD
(
REC
TAPE
(
PLAY
DVD
VIDEO-1
OUT
VIDEO-2
I N
R
L
)
OUT
)
I
N
I N
I
N
R
L
SUB
WOOFER
PRE OUT
MONI
TOR
OUT
-
V
OUTPUT
(PLAY)
MULT I CHANNEL
I NPUT
R
FRONT
SURROUND
CENTER
SUB
WOOFER
L
FRONT SPEAKERS A
L
R
FRONT SPEAKERS
L
R
L
R
B
L
R
See page 7
MODEL NO. TX-SE550
CENTER
SPEAKER
LL
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
R
DIGITAL INPUT
R
AM FREQUENCY
220-230V
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
L (Left)
R (Right)
DIGITAL 2
(
)
COAXIAL
DIGITAL 1
(
)
OPTICAL
REMOTE CONTROL
10kHz
9kHz
STEP
120V
Audio connection cable
Improper connection
Insert completely
AC OUTLETS
SWITCHED
TOTAL 100W MAX.
L
R
To wall
outlet
OUTPUT (COAXIAL)
OUTPUT (OPTICAL)
Do not plug in the power
cord until all connections
Ground
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
(ANALOG)
have been made.
Turntable
CD Player
: signal flow
• A DVD or other component equipped with a digital output can be connected to this receiver. The digital connection must be
used in conjunction with an analog connection, because if the analog cable is disconnected, the audio output from TAPE OUT,
VIDEO-2 and AUDIO OUT will not work.
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Video equipment connections
•
On each pair of input jacks, a red connector (marked R) corresponds to the right
channel, and a white connector (marked L) to the left channel.
•
A yellow connector (marked V) is used for video connection.
Please refer to the instruction manual of each component when making any con-
•
nections.
DVD Player
AUDIO OUTPUT
VIDEO OUTPUT
DIGITAL COAXIAL OUTPUT
DIGITAL OPTICAL OUTPUT
L (Left)
Audio connection cable
R (Right)
Video connection cable
V (Video) V
Digital audio connections
This receiver has a powerful digital signal
processor for use with DVD players, DAT
decks, and CD players. The digital inputs,
DIGITAL-1 and DIGITAL-2, can be assigned
to individual input selector buttons, so when
an input selector button is pressed, the
assigned digital input is used instead of the
corresponding analog input. (See page 17.)
L
R
AUDIO IN
AUDIO OUT
SUB
WOOFER
PRE OUT
R
L
)
MONI
TOR
)
OUT
I
N
I N
I N
R
L
L
R
PHONO
ANTENNA
GND
CD
(
REC
AM
OUT
TAPE
(
PLAY
FM
75
DVD
VIDEO-1
OUT
VIDEO-2
I N
Video Cassette Recorder
-
V
MULT I CHANNEL
I NPUT
R
FRONT
SURROUND
CENTER
VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT
WOOFER
L
SUB
FRONT SPEAKERS A
L
R
FRONT SPEAKERS
L
R
L
R
B
L
R
MODEL NO. TX-SE550
CENTER
SPEAKER
LL
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
R
VIDEO IN
Monitor TV
DIGITAL INPUT
R
AM FREQUENCY
220-230V
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
DIGITAL 2
(
COAXIAL
DIGITAL 1
(
OPTICAL
REMOTE CONTROL
10kHz
9kHz
STEP
120V
)
)
AC OUTLETS
SWITCHED
TOTAL 100W MAX.
: signal flow
Notes:
When using a playback-only VCR, you need to make only the output connections.
•
This receiver can be used with only a monitor TV equipped with a video input jack.
•
Interference may be caused between the TV and this receiver. If this interference occurs, place the receiver and the TV as far apart
•
as possible. We do not recommend the use of a common TV/FM antenna (see antenna section).
A DVD or other component equipped with a digital output can be connected to this receiver. The digital connection must be used in
•
conjunction with an analog connection, because if the analog cable is disconnected, the audio output from TAPE OUT, VIDEO-2 and
AUDIO OUT will not work.
•
Remove the protective cap attached to the DIGITAL-1 (OPTICAL) jack before making the connection. When this jack is not used,
replace the protective cap.
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Connecting other devices
• On each pair of input jacks, a red connector (marked R) corresponds to the right
channel, and a white connector (marked L) to the left channel.
L (Left)
Audio connection cable
• A yellow connector (marked V) is used for video connection.
• Please refer to the instruction manual of each component when making any con-
nections.
decoder with 5.1 channel output
You may connect the 5.1 channel outputs of an external decoder (such as DTS decoder or MPEG decoder) to the MULTICHANNEL
INPUTs of this unit.
Use the DVD player or decoder controls to adjust the speaker settings for multi-channel input.
DVD player or
a decoder with Multi (5.1) channel outputs
R (Right)
Video connection cable
V (Video) V
Monaural audio cable (mono)
L
R
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO OUT
SURROUND OUT
L
R
PHONO
ANTENNA
GND
CD
SUBWOOFER OUT
CENTER OUT
MULTI CHANNEL FRONT OUT
SUB
MULT I CHANNEL
WOOFER
PRE OUT
R
L
(
)
REC
AM
OUT
TAPE
(
)
PLAY
I
N
FM
75
DVD
I N
VIDEO-1
I
N
OUT
VIDEO-2
I N
R
FRONT
SURROUND
-
MONI
TOR
OUT
V
L
CENTER
FRONT SPEAKERS A
I
NPUT
L
R
L
R
SUB
WOOFER
FRONT SPEAKERS
L
R
L
R
B
L
R
MODEL NO. TX-SE550
CENTER
SPEAKER
LL
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
R
DIGITAL INPUT
R
AM FREQUENCY
220-230V
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
DIGITAL 2
(
COAXIAL
DIGITAL 1
(
OPTICAL
REMOTE CONTROL
10kHz
9kHz
STEP
120V
)
)
AC OUTLETS
SWITCHED
TOTAL 100W MAX.
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Connecting other devices
SUB
FRONT SPEAKERS A
ANTENNA
R
(
)
REC
AM
OUT
TAPE
(
)
PLAY
N
I
FM
75
DVD
I N
VIDEO-1
N
I
GND
OUT
VIDEO-2
L
I N
R
R
CD
PHONO
L
R
L
FRONT
SURROUND
-
MONI
TOR
OUT
V
L
L
L
R
R
SUB
CENTER
WOOFER
FRONT SPEAKERS
B
MODEL NO.
TX-SE550
L
RLR
MULT I CHANNEL
WOOFER
I NPUT
PRE OUT
Capacity is total
100 watts.
CENTER
SPEAKER
LL
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
R
R
220-230V
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
DIGITAL INPUT
REMOTE CONTROL
AM FREQUENCY
STEP
DIGITAL 2
(
)
COAXIAL
DIGITAL 1
(
)
OPTICAL
10kHz
9kHz
120V
AC OUTLETS
SWITCHED
TOTAL 100W MAX.
AC outlet connection
You can connect the power cord from another
audio device to the rear of this receiver.
Since the AC outlets on the unit are a
SWITCHED type outlet, you can use the
STANDBY/ON button, or the POWER button
on the remote controller to turn on/off the
power to both this receiver and the connected
audio devices.
First turn the POWER switch ON ( ).
The shape, number, and total capacity of the
AC outlets may differ depending on the area of
purchase. Make sure that the total capacity of
other components connected to this unit does
not exceed the capacity that is printed on the
rear panel.
ON
TX-SE550
SUB
FRONT SPEAKERS A
ANTENNA
R
(
)
REC
AM
OUT
TAPE
(
)
PLAY
N
I
FM
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DVD
I N
VIDEO-1
I
N
GND
OUT
VIDEO-2
L
I N
R
R
CD
PHONO
L
R
L
FRONT
SURROUND
-
MONI
TOR
OUT
CENTER
V
L
L
L
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
B
FRONT SPEAKERS
MODEL NO. TX-SE550
L
RLR
MULT I CHANNEL
WOOFER
I NPUT
PRE OUT
CENTER
SPEAKER
LL
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
R
R
220-230V
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
DIGITAL INPUT
REMOTE CONTROL
AM FREQUENCY
STEP
DIGITAL 2
(
)
COAXIAL
DIGITAL 1
(
)
OPTICAL
AC OUTLETS
SWITCHED
TOTAL 100W MAX.
10kHz
9kHz
120V
Connections for remote control ( )
You can use the remote controller of this
receiver to operate cassette tape decks, compact disc players and DVD players that have
Onkyo connectors.
Connect a remote control cable to the connector with the mark.
• An remote control cable equipped with
a 3.5mm (1/8 in.)-diameter miniature twoconductor phone plug comes with every
CD Player
compact disc player, cassette tape deck, or
DVD player that has an connector.
• Remote control operation is not possible if
only the remote control cable is connected –
the audio connection cables must also be
Cassette Tape Deck
connected.
• This receiver’s remote controller does not
support control of Onkyo turntables.
• If the connecting device has two con-
nectors lined-up vertically or horizontally,
DVD Player
you can use either of them. They both offer
the same functionality.
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Connecting speakers
• If you want to use the surround effects, connect surround speakers. For the best results, connect a center speaker.
• Use FRONT SPEAKERS B terminals to connect a second pair of front speakers.
• This receiver is designed to produce optimum sound quality when speakers with impedances within the specified ranges are con-
nected. Please check the following information and choose speakers with appropriate impedances for the connections.
FRONT SPEAKERS: A or B: 6 ohms min./speaker
SURROUND SPEAKERS: 6 ohms min./speaker
CENTER SPEAKER: 6 ohms min.
Connecting the speaker cable
1. Twist wire ends very tight.
10 mm
2. Unscrew. 3. Insert wire. 4. Screw.
2. Press down the lever.
Active subwoofer
ANTENNA
GND
L
R
PHONO
3. Insert the wire
R
(
)
REC
AM
OUT
TAPE
(
)
PLAY
I
N
FM
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DVD
I N
VIDEO-1
I
N
OUT
VIDEO-2
I N
R
CD
into the hole.
SUB
MULT I CHANNEL
WOOFER
PRE OUT
L
FRONT
SURROUND
-
MONI
TOR
OUT
CENTER
V
L
4. Release the lever
to replace it.
Front Speakers A
R ch.
+–+–
FRONT SPEAKERS A
I NPUT
L
R
L
R
SUB
WOOFER
FRONT SPEAKERS
L
R
L ch.
L
R
B
L
R
MODEL NO. TX-SE550
NOTE:
To prevent damage to circuitry,
never short-circuit the positive (+)
and negative (–) speaker wire.
Center Speaker
–+
DIGITAL INPUT
DIGITAL 2
(
)
R
AM FREQUENCY
220-230V
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
COAXIAL
DIGITAL 1
(
OPTICAL
REMOTE CONTROL
10kHz
9kHz
STEP
120V
)
AC OUTLETS
SWITCHED
TOTAL 100W MAX.
CENTER
SPEAKER
LL
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
R
NO
10
+–+–
R ch.
L ch.
R ch.
Surround Speakers
Front Speakers B
• When you use only one speaker or wish to listen
+–+–
L ch.
+––+ +––+
RL RL
Positioning speakers
TV or Screen
Front
speaker
Left
Surround
speaker
Left
Sub-
woofer
speaker
Center
speaker
Listener
Front
speaker
Right
Surround
speaker
Right
Positioning speakers
Speaker placement plays an important role in the reproduction of
Surround sound. The placement of the speakers varies depending
on the size of the room and the wall coverings used in the room.
The illustration shows an example of a layout for standard speaker
placement. Refer to this example when you position the speakers in
order to experience the best of Surround sound.
Standard speaker placement
For ideal Surround effects, all speakers should be installed. If a
center speaker or subwoofer is not connected, the sound from the
unused channel is properly distributed to the connected speakers in
order to produce the best Surround sound possible.
Front: The left, right, and center speakers should face the seated
listener and be placed at ear level. The center speaker produces a
richer sound image by enhancing the perception of the sound’s
source and movement.
Surround: Place the left and right Surround speakers 1 meter
(3 feet) above the listener’s ear level and facing toward the sides of
the room, making sure that the listener is within the speakers’ dispersion angle. These speakers produce the feel of a moving sound
while creating the sensation of being in the middle of the action.
Subwoofer: Install a subwoofer with a built-in power amplifier for
powerful bass sounds. The placement of the subwoofer does not
affect the final quality of the sound image too much, so you can
install it with the room layout in mind.
Connecting the power
3. STANDBY/ON button
2. POWER switch
STANDBY indicator
Display
STANDBY/ON
POWER
ON
OFF
MIC LEVEL
1
KARAOKE
MAX
MIN
1
PHONES
KEY CONTROL VOCAL
2
MAX
MIN
2
MIC
CANCEL
ECHO LEVEL
MIN
3-D BASS
MAX
TI CH INPUTMUL
STANDBY
SCAN GROUP
SPEAKERSA B MIDNIGHT THEATERSURROUND MODE
3. POWER button
123
1VIDEO
4567890
Re-EQ
( )
VIDEO
2
TAPE
MONITOR
SENDING/
LEARNED
POWER
DVD
TAPE PHONO C D LEARN
POWER
POWER
DISC
REMOTE CONTROLLER
PARAMETER SELECTOR
PARAMETER CONTROLLER
DIRECT TUNING
/10
MEMORY
AMFMDVD PHONO
DIMMER
SLEEP
INPUT SELECTOR
VIDEO-2
VIDEO-1
TUNER
PROGRAMMABLE AREA TV/VIDEO
C H
GROUP
CD
DVD
KARAOKE
KEY CONTROL
VOCAL
CANCEL
CLEAR
TEST
TONE
MULTI-CH
INPUT
TUNER
CH SEL
LEVEL
MUTING
MASTER VOLUME
TUNING
FM MUTE / MODE
C D
SUR
MODE
VOLUME
TV/VCR
PRESET
TAPE
VOLUME
RC-386M
BASS
A/V KARAOKE CONTROL RECEIVER
TREBLE
TX-SE550
1.
To wall
outlet
Refer to the speaker’s instruction manual for more details.
Connecting the power
• Before you plug in the receiver, confirm that all connections
have been made properly.
• Turning on this receiver’s power may cause a momentary power
surge, which might interfere with other electrical equipment,
such as computers. If this happens, use a wall outlet on a different circuit.
1. Plug the power cord into an AC wall outlet.
2. Press the POWER switch to set the receiver to Standby
mode.
The STANDBY indicator will light up.
3. Press the STANDBY/ON button or POWER button on the
remote controller to turn on the receiver. The display will
light up and the STANDBY indicator will be turned off.
If you press the STANDBY/ON button or POWER button on
the remote controller again, the receiver returns to Standby
mode.
• You cannot use the remote controller if the POWER switch on
the receiver is set to OFF.
• Set the volume level to minimum before you turn off the power
to the unit.
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Making antenna connections
Connecting the antenna cable to the 75/300 ohm
antenna adapter (Worldwide models)
Outdoor
antenna
300 ohms
ribbon wire
12 3
Slit B
Wire A
Slit C
Indoor
antenna
✦
✦
✦
✦
✦
✦
✦
✦
✦
6mm3mm6
15mm
1
2
Connecting the 300 ohm ribbon wire:
Loosen the screws and wrap the wire around these screws. Then
tighten the screws with a screwdriver.
Connecting the coaxial cable:
1. With your fingernail or a small screwdriver, press the stoppers
outward and remove the cover.
2. Remove the transformer wire A from slit B and insert it into slit
C.
3. Prepare the coaxial cable as shown in the diagram.
✦
✦
mm
Connect the 75/300 ohm antenna adapter to the coaxial cable.
1 Insert the end of the cable. 2 Clamp it in place with pliers.
4. Re-install the cover.
Directional linkage
type splitter
To TX-SE550 To TV (or VCR)
Insert into the hole.
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Directional Iinkage
Do not use the same antenna for both FM and TV (or VCR) reception since the FM and TV (or VCR) signals can interfere with each
other. If you must use a common FM/TV (or VCR) antenna, use a
directional linkage type splitter.
Assembling the AM loop antenna
Assemble the loop antenna as shown in the illustration.
• Refer to the next page for details on connecting the AM loop
antenna.
Connecting the antenna cable
3
1. Press down the lever.
2. Insert the wire into the hole.
3. Release the lever to replace it.
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Making antenna connections
ANTENNA
ANTENNA
AM
Connecting the included antennas
Connecting the T-shaped FM antenna:
The T-shaped FM antenna is for indoor use only. Extend the
antenna and move it in various directions until the clearest signal is
AM
FM
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received. Fix it with push pins or similar implements in the position that will cause the least amount of distortion.
If the reception is not very clear with the attached T-shaped FM
antenna, the use of an outdoor antenna is recommended.
Connecting the AM loop antenna:
The AM loop antenna is for indoor use only. Set it in the direction
and position where you receive the clearest sound. Put it as far
away as possible from the unit, TVs, speaker cables, and power
cords.
When reception is not satisfactory with the attached AM loop
antenna alone, connection of an outdoor antenna is recommended.
FM
75
ANTENNA
AM
FM
75
ANTENNA
Outdoor
antenna
Connecting an FM outdoor antenna
Please make sure that you follow the considerations below regarding the location.
Keep the antenna away from noise sources (neon signs, busy roads,
etc.).
AM
It is dangerous to put the antenna close to power lines. Keep it well
away from power lines, transformers, etc.
FM
75
• To avoid the risk of lightning and electrical shock, grounding is
necessary. Follow item 19 of the “Important Safeguards” on
page 2 when you install the outdoor antenna.
Connecting an AM outdoor antenna
The outdoor antenna will be more effective if it is stretched horizontally above a window or outside.
• Do not remove the AM loop antenna.
• To avoid the risk of lightning and electrical shock, grounding is
necessary. Follow item 19 of the “Important Safeguards” on
page 2 when you install the outdoor antenna.
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Speaker setup
PARAMETER SELECTOR/ PARAMETER CONTROLLER buttons
Use these buttons to set the speaker parameters, such as the type and distance.
STANDBY/ON
O
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N
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K
R
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W
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F
F
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2
L
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1
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M
X
A
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IN
2
IC
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1
LEVEL π/† buttons
Use these buttons to adjust the
level of each speaker.
V
L
A
C
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C
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IN
M
X
A
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-D
3
REMOTE CONTROLLER
C
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RC-386M
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LEVEL
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VOLUME
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Re-EQ
M
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DIRECT TUNING
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CH SEL button
MASTER VOLUME
E
L
B
E
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T
S
S
A
B
TX-SE550
TEST TONE button
Use this button to adjust the
level of each speaker.
Use this button to select a speaker.
1
2
3
PARAMETER SELECTOR
4
PARAMETER SELECTOR
5
PARAMETER SELECTOR
PARAMETER SELECTOR
PARAMETER CONTROLLER
or
or
or
or
PARAMETER CONTROLLER
PARAMETER CONTROLLER
PARAMETER CONTROLLER
PARAMETER CONTROLLER
Speaker setup
Before operating your stereo system, you need to set the type and
position of the connected speakers.
1. Press the PARAMETER SELECTOR
play the subwoofer parameter
2. Press the PARAMETER CONTROLLER
select “YES” if a subwoofer is connected, or select “NO” if a
subwoofer is not connected.
3. Press the PARAMETER SELECTOR® button to display
the front speaker size parameter, and press the PARAMETER CONTROLLER √/® buttons to select “LRG” or
“SML” according to the speaker size.
LRG: Select this for large, wideband speakers.
SML: Select this for small speakers with limited bass signal
handling.
4. Press the PARAMETER SELECTOR® button to display
the center speaker parameter, and press the PARAMETER
CONTROLLER √/® button to select “YES” if a center
speaker is connected, or select “NO” if a center speaker is
not connected.
5. Press the PARAMETER SELECTOR® button to display
the surround speaker, and press the PARAMETER CONTROLLER √/® button to select “YES” if surround speakers are connected, or select “NO” if surround speakers are
not connected.
®
button once to dis-
√
/
®
buttons to
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Speaker setup
6
7
8
9, 10
11
PARAMETER SELECTOR
PARAMETER SELECTOR
PARAMETER SELECTOR
PARAMETER SELECTOR
PARAMETER CONTROLLER
PARAMETER CONTROLLER
PARAMETER CONTROLLER
PARAMETER CONTROLLER
PARAMETER SELECTOR
PARAMETER CONTROLLER
or
6. Press the PARAMETER SELECT OR
front speaker position parameter, and press the PARAMETER CONTROLLER
√
/
®
button repeatedly to set the dis-
tance value from your listening position to the front speak er.
Pressing the PARAMETER CONTROLLER
increases the value.
Pressing the
√
PARAMETER CONTROLLER button repeatedly
decreases the value.
Set the value closest to the actual distance.
7. Press the PARAMETER SELECTOR
PARAMETER CONTROLLER
center speaker position parameter.
You cannot set the following values:
•
Values larger than the front speaker position setting
•
Values smaller than the value obtained by subtracting “5ft”
from the front speaker setting
8. Press the PARAMETER SELECTOR
P ARAMETER CONTROLLER
round speaker position parameter.
You cannot set the following values:
•
dB
Values larger than the front speaker position setting
Values smaller than the value obtained by subtracting “15ft”
•
from the front speaker setting
9. Press the PARAMETER SELECTOR
dB
the LFE LEVEL ATT parameter.
10.Press the PARAMETER CONTROLLER
select 0 or –10dB.
In general, leave this parameter set to 0dB.
When Dolby digital sound is played and if the bass range is too
loud, set this parameter to “–10dB” to decrease the Low Frequency Effect in the low frequency channel by 10dB.
11.Press the PARAMETER SELECTOR
the original display.
®
button to display the
®
button repeatedly
®
button and use the
√
/
®
buttons to set the
®
button and use the
√
/
®
buttons to set the sur-
®
button to display
√
/
®
®
button to return to
buttons to
1, 3
TEST
TONE
Test Tone (Remote controller only)
Use the remote controller and produce the test tone to adjust the
level of the connected speakers.
1. Press the TEST TONE button.
Each speaker produces the test tone (pink noise) in the following order:
L (Front L ch)
2
2. To adjust the level of each speaker, press the CH SEL button
to select a speaker and press the LEVEL
CH SEL
raise or lower the level.
C (Center ch) R (Front R ch)
LS (L-Surround)
RS (R-Surround)SW (Subwoofer)
π
/
†
buttons to
The test tone should sound at the same level when you hear it in
dB
LEVEL
your listening position. You can adjust the level in the range
between –12dB and +12dB.
If you adjust the level to +1dB or higher, the overall volume
level will not reach the maximum level when you set the MASTER VOLUME control to its maximum. Refer to the Note on
page 16 for more information.
3. Press the TEST TONE button to complete adjustment.
Parameter selector
This chart shows how the display changes when the PARAMETER SELECTOR buttons are pressed. Selecting a parameter and pressing the
PARAMETER CONTROLLER button will change the value or setting for the selected parameter.
START
Subwoofer YES / NO
PARAMETER SELECTORPARAMETER SELECTOR
FRONT Speaker Distance
1 ~9m, 0.3 ~ 30ft
LFE Level Attenuator
0 / –10dB
QUIT
FRONT Speaker LARGE / SMALL
Center Speaker YES / NO
Surround Speaker YES / NO
Center Speaker Distance
1 ~9m, 0.3 ~ 30ft
Surround Speaker Distance
1 ~9m, 0.3 ~ 30ft
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Selecting a sound source
Follow the steps below to select a device to play the sound source.
2. Make sure that the SPEAKERS A
indicator is lit on the display. If it is not lit,
press the SPEAKERS A button.
(Refer to the “Speakers selector” section on
the page 18 for more details.)
Number buttons
(Refer to page 24~25
for more details.)
STANDBY/ON
Y
B
D
N
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PHONE jack
(Refer to page 18
for more details.)
N
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3-D BASS
(Refer to page 18
for more details.)
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3. Start playing the selected input source.
Follow the operating instructions for the
source device.
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Re-EQ
M
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1. Press the desired input selector button or MULTI-CH INPUT button.
The selected source name appears on the display. Refer to page 17 for
more information on MULTI CH INPUT.
1. INPUT SELECTOR button
Use this button to select a desired sound source.
LEVELπ/† button
REMOTE CONTROLLER
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VOLUME
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MUTING button
This button mutes the sound temporarily.
(Refer to page 19 for more details.)
CH SEL button
4. Adjust the volume to an appropriate level.
These controls allow you to adjust the volume of the
Front, Center, Surround speakers and subwoofer
simultaneously. Turning the control clockwise
increases the volume level. Turning the control
counter-clockwise decreases the volume level.
S
S
A
B
MASTER VOLUME
T
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5. Use the bass, treble
controls to adjust the tone.
(Refer to page 18 for more
details.)
SLEEP button
This button allows you to set
the sleep timer.
S
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DIMMER button
Use this button to change the
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MULTI-CH INPUT button
4. VOLUME button (πup/†down)
Use this button to adjust the volume level.
Note:
If you hear no sound from the speakers, check the following items:
• Make sure that all devices and speakers are connected correctly and securely.
• Make sure that the TAPE MONITOR indicator is not lit on the display when you select an input source other than TAPE. If the indicator is
lit, no sound will be produced. Press the TAPE (MONITOR) button to turn it off and press the desired input selector button.
• The sound is muted when the MUTING indicator is lit. Press the MUTING button on the remote controller to cancel the mute function.
• Refer to page 26 for more information on how to use TAPE MONITOR for recording.
• When you select a source that is connected to the DIGITAL INPUT jacks on the rear panel, you must select digital input (refer to page 17.).
• If you have selected MULTI CH INPUT, you need to adjust the level of each speaker (refer to page 17).
• You can use the MASTER V OLUME control to adjust the overall speaker level in the range of – ∞ to –61 to +18dB. The level v alue will
appear on the display. However, if you have set the level of any individual speaker to +1dB or higher, setting the MASTER VOLUME
control to its maximum will not raise the overall volume level to +18dB (maximum). Refer to the following sections for more information on adjusting the speaker level:
“Test Tone (Remote control only)” on page 15.
“When Multi channel input is selected as a source” on page 17.
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Selecting a sound source
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When Multi channel input is selected as a source
Follow the steps below to adjust the level of each speaker if you
have selected MULTI-CH INPUT.
1. Press MULTI-CH INPUT button on the remote controller.
You cannot select any Surround mode.
2. Press the CH SEL button to select the desired speakers.
3. Use the LEVEL π/† button to change the volume level of
the speakers.
You can adjust the volume level of each speaker individually. Adjust
the level while listening to the sound in the listening position.
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You can adjust the level of the front, center, and surround speakers in the range between –12dB and +12dB.
You can adjust the subwoofer level in the range between –30dB
and +12dB.
If you adjust the level to +1dB or higher, the overall volume
level will not reach the maximum level when you set the MAS-
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Switching between digital and analog inputs
Either a digital or analog device can be connected to the digital
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connector. Follow the steps below to select digital or analog
according to the type of the connected device.
Assume that you have connected a DVD player to the DIGITAL 1
connector.
Press the Input Selector button (DVD) repeatedly to select
“DVD DIG1.”
Pressing the DVD button repeatedly changes the display as
shown in the illustration on the left.
ANLG : Analog input
DIG1 : Digital input (DIGITAL 1 (OPTICAL))
DIG2 : Digital input (DIGITAL 2 (COAXIAL))
If an analog device is connected, press the Input Selector button
to select “ANLG.”
You can switch between digital and analog for the DVD, VIDEO1, 2, and CD input sources.
To cancel a digital input assignment, press the corresponding input
selector button until “ANLG” is displayed.
Even when the digital inputs are used, the analog connecting cables
must be left in place. Otherwise, the audio output from TAPE OUT
and VIDEO-2 will not work. (See page 7.)
Warning:
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Do not play CD-ROM discs that contain computer data as they
may damage the speakers when the sound is amplified by the
receiver.
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Selecting a sound source
Speakers selector (SPEAKERS A, B)
SPEAKERS A: This button turns on or off the speakers connected
to the FRONT SPEAKERS A, CENTER SPEAKER, SURROUND
SPEAKERS and SUBWOOFER terminals.
When you select Dolby Pro Logic, Hall, Live, or Multi-CH
INPUT, be sure to turn on SPEAKERS A.
When the speakers are turned on, the SPEAKERS A indicator
lights up.
SPEAKERS B: This button turns on or off the speakers connected
to the FRONT SPEAKERS B terminals.
When the speakers are turned on, the SPEAKERS B indicator
lights up.
Note:
You cannot use the A and B speakers simultaneously.
Adjusting the tone (BASS, TREBLE, 3-D BASS)
Treble and bass adjustment is effective only for the Front speakers
and headphones.
BASS: Boosts or cuts the bass response.
TREBLE: Boosts or cuts the treble response.
3-D BASS: This button is used to clearly reproduce ultra low fre-
quencies. When this button is pressed, the 3-DB indicator lights up.
3-D BASS can be used in all surround modes.
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The 3-D BASS control affects only the left/right Front and Center speakers. The BASS and TREBLE controls affect only the
left/right Front speakers.
Listening through headphones (PHONES)
You can connect stereo headphones to the PHONES jack using a
standard stereo plug.
If you connect headphones, the unit will enter STEREO mode
automatically, and no sound will be produced from the speakers. If
you have selected MULTI-CH INPUT, you will hear sound only
from the FRONT L and R channels.
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Selecting a sound source
Sleep function (Remote controller only)
The sleep timer can turn off the power to the system after a specified time period.
To set up this function, use the remote controller supplied with this
receiver.
1. Start playing the source you would like to listen to (CD,
tape, or radio broadcast).
2. Press the SLEEP button repeatedly to set the duration of
time after which you want the system to turn off.
The longest timer value you can set is 90 minutes. Pressing the
SLEEP button each time reduces the time value in 10-minute increments.
When the specified time comes, the power will be switched off
automatically.
Disabling the Sleep function
Press the SLEEP button until it returns to the selected input source
name.
or
The timer setting will be cancelled if you turn off the power to the unit.
Temporary muting (MUTING)
(Remote controller only)
Press the MUTING button on the remote controller. The MUTING
indicator will light and the sound from the speakers or headphones
will be switched off by the receiver’s audio muting circuits.
To cancel,
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press the MUTING button again, or
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turn the power off, then turn it on again.
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To enjoy Surround mode or Stereo mode
2. SURROUND MODE button
This button allows you to
select a Surround mode.
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Select the desired input source.
VOLUME button
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Use this button to adjust
the volume level.
MIDNIGHT THEATER button
Use this button to play sound in Dolby
Digital mode (refer to page 21).
VOLUME knob
Use this knob to adjust
the volume level.
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1. Input selector buttons
Select the desired input source.
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This button allows you to
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This receiver has five Surround modes. Select a suitable mode according to the type of music you are listening to, the media used, and your
personal preference. The selected surround mode is automatically stored along with the selected source. Next time you select the same
source again, the stored surround mode will be automatically recalled.
Surround Modes
Before using a Surround mode, make sure the Speaker Setup
parameters have been set (refer to page 14). Once the parameters
have been set, it is not necessary to set them again.
DOLBY DIGITAL
Dolby Digital Surround mode is used to decode media such as
DVD discs bearing the mark and Dolby Digital broadcasts.
DIGITAL
Dolby Digital is a new-generation digital audio format for multichannel surround audio.
Adding to the conventional five full range channels, Dolby Digital
supports one LFE (Low Frequency Effects) channel, which is used
solely for correcting the bass range by using an independent subwoofer. Dolby Digital is sometimes referred to as 5.1-channel format since this LFE channel is calculated as 0.1.
DOLBY PRO LOGIC
In Dolby Surround mode, video tapes and laser discs bearing the
DOLBY SURROUND
trademark are decoded to reproduce the multi-channel
Dolby Pro Logic Surround provides four channels of surround
sound (Left/Right front, Center, and monaural Surround channels),
with importance placed on the Center speaker.
HALL
This mode simulates the atmosphere of a concert hall. Suitable for
classical music.
LIVE
This mode reproduces the acoustics of a live performance.
ARENA Surround
This mode recreates the atmosphere of a concert in a domed stadium.
STEREO
Select this mode when you do not wish to use the surround mode.
All input sound is output from the front speakers.
Surround sound of a movie theater.
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To enjoy Surround mode or Stereo mode
SURROUND MODE
When you play a
Dolby Pro Logic
Live
Hall
Arena
Stereo
DOLBY DIGITAL source:
Dolby Digital
Dolby Digital (Stereo)
Selecting a Surround mode
1. Press an Input Selector button to select the desired sound
source.
2. Press the SURROUND MODE button repeatedly until the
desired Surround mode name appears.
The display changes in the order shown on left each time you
press the button.
• If you are using the remote controller, press the SUR MODE
button to select the desired Surround mode.
• If DOLBY PRO LOGIC is selected during playback of a
DOLBY DIGITAL source, the Surround mode automatically
changes to DOLBY DIGITAL and the DOLBY DIGITAL indicator lights up on the display.
• If you have set the surround speaker parameter for the speaker
setup (see page 14) to “NO,” STEREO or 3 STEREO will be
selected for Surround mode. Only the “STEREO” setting is
available if you have set both surround speaker and center
speaker parameters to “NO”.
3. Play the selected sound source.
Follow the steps below to adjust the speaker volume to the
desired level:
1. Press the CHSEL button to select a speaker.
2. Press the LEVEL π/† buttons to adjust the level.
You can adjust the level in the range of –12dB to +12dB.
If you adjust the level to +1dB or higher, the overall volume
level will not reach the maximum lev el when you set the MASTER VOLUME control to its maximum. Refer to the Note on
page 16 for more information.
When you turn off the power, the level will be reset to the original level (the value you set using the test tone).
When you press the TEST TONE button after you set the level,
the current level will be used as the value set via the test tone.
Setting the Surround mode parameters
Midnight Theater
If you play a movie at a low volume at night, set this parameter to “ON”
to narrow the dynamic range of the sound to make it easier to hear .
The Midnight Theater function works only with source material
that contains necessary Dolby Digital information.
Press the MIDNIGHT THEATER button during Dolby Digital
playback. The MIDNIGHT THEATER indicator appears on the
display. To cancel the MIDNIGHT THEATER function, press the
MIDNIGHT THEATER button again.
MIDNIGHT THEATER
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TX-SE550
• The Midnight Theater function is available only in Dolby Digi-
tal Surround mode.
• When you turn of f the power, the MIDNIGHT THEATER func-
tion will be turned off.
Cinema Re-Equalization
Re-Equalization takes the edginess or “brightness” out of your
home cinema sound, compensating for the fact that sound mixed
for theaters will sound too bright when played back through speakers in the home environment.
Press the Re-EQ button, the Cinema Re-Equalizer indicator
appears on the display. To cancel the Re-EQ function, press the ReEQ button again.
• The Cinema Re-EQ function is available only in Dolby Digital
and Dolby Pro Logic Surround and Multi channel input modes.
LFE (Low Frequency Effect) Level Attenuation
If the bass range is too loud, set this parameter to “–10 dB” to
decrease the Low Frequency Effect in the low-frequency channel
by 10 dB.
Use the Speaker Setup procedure described on page 14 to
switch the LFE level between 0dB and –10dB.
• The LFE Level Attenuation function is available only in Dolby
Digital Surround mode.
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Karaoke function
6.
VOCAL CANCEL button
OFF: The Vocal Cancel function is turned off and the entire sound is played.
V. CANCEL: Vocal parts are muted.
MPX L ch (Multiplex Left Channel): Used for multi-channel Karaoke software.
5.
KARAOKE button
Use this button for the
Karaoke function.
KEY CONTROL buttons
8. 3.
Use these buttons to adjust
the pitch.
Lch signals are output from the L/R channel.
MPX R ch (Multiplex Right Channel): Used for multi-channel Karaoke
software. Rch signals are output from the L/R channel.
SPEAKERS A and SPEAKERS B buttons
7.
SURROUND MODE button
4.
MASTER VOLUME control
10.
MIC 1 and MIC 2 jacks
1.
Connect one or two dynamic-type
microphones to these jacks.
KARAOKE button
5.
KEY CON (Key Control) buttons
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VOCAL CANCEL button
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The ECHO LEVEL control determines the
amount of echo applied to your voice.
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Karaoke operation
All you need to enjoy karaoke with the TX-SE550 is a dynamic
microphone. The karaoke function can also cancel the vocals on
your favorite songs. The amount of cancellation depends on the
source material. Vocal cancellation is not possible with mono
sources, and also cannot be used when the MUL TI-CH INPUT b ut-
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Before using the Karaoke function:
Turn down the MASTER VOLUME, MIC LEVEL, and ECHO
LEVEL controls.
1. Connect one or two dynamic microphones to the MIC 1 and
(or) MIC 2 jacks.
If you are connecting two microphones, use those with the same
specifications.
2. Use the input selector buttons to select the source that you
want to use for karaoke.
3. Use the SPEAKERS A and SPEAKERS B b uttons to select a
speaker system.
4. Set the MASTER VOLUME control to a suitable level.
5. Press the KARAOKE button.
The KARAOKE indicator lights up and “KARAOKE” appears
on the display, indicating that the karaoke function is available.
6. Press the VOCAL CANCEL button to select the desired
mode.
Each press of the button changes the display in the following
order:
V CANCEL MPX L ch MPX R ch
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KEY CON
7. To add HALL surround effects, press the SURROUND
OFF V.CANCEL
MODE button. (SPEAKER A only)
You cannot use Dolby Pro Logic and Dolby Digital for the
MPX Rch
MPX Lch
Karaoke function.
You cannot use the Karaoke function while Dolby Digital signal
is being input from a digital source.
CENTER MODESURROUND MODE
DELAY TI
8. To adjust the pitch of the music in semitone steps (–6 ~ +6),
press the KEY CONTROL button on the main unit or on
the remote controller.
The or indicator lights up when the pitch has been
changed.
If you have not used the KEY CONTR OL b uttons, lights up.
9. Adjust the ECHO LEVEL and MIC LEVEL controls to the
desired levels.
The ECHO LEVEL control determines the amount of echo
applied to your voice.
10.Use the MASTER VOLUME control to adjust the overall
ECHO LEVEL
MIC LEVEL1
2
volume level.
When you finish using the Karaoke function, or to cancel the
MAX
MIN
MIN
MASTER VOLUME
MAX
MAX
MIN
function, press and hold down the KARAOKE button.
The KARAOKE indicator goes off. The karaoke function is canceled.
Notes:
• When using the karaoke function, k eep microphones a way from
the speakers to prevent howling feedback.
• Disconnect the microphones or turn down the MIC LEVEL
when you finish using the Karaoke function.
• Keep the karaoke volume down at night. Be considerate of your
neighbors.
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Tuning in a radio station
DIRECT TUNING
STANDBY/ON
POWER
ON
OFF
1
MIC LEVEL
KARAOKE
MAX
MIN
PHONES
1
Number buttons
KEY CONTROL VOCAL
2
MAX
MIN
2
MIC
CANCEL
ECHO LEVEL
MIN
3-D BASS
MAX
TI CH INPUTMUL
STANDBY
123
SCAN GROUP
SPEAKERSA B MIDNIGHT THEATERSURROUND MODE
VIDEO
4567890
( )
1
2
VIDEO
TAPE
MONITOR
FM
Re-EQ
AM
√ TUNING ®
MASTER VOLUME
FM MUTE / MODE
BASS
C D
A/V KARAOKE CONTROL RECEIVER
DIRECT TUNING
/10
AMFMDVD PHONO
PARAMETER SELECTOR
PARAMETER CONTROLLER
MEMORY
TUNING
CLEAR
FM MUTE/MODE
TREBLE
TX-SE550
1
2
TUNING
1
DIRECT TUNING
2
3
123
AMFM
AMFM
4567890
SPEAKERS A SPEAKERS A
SPEAKERS A
SPEAKERS A SPEAKERS A
SPEAKERS A
VIDEO
VIDEO
FM MUTE
2
FM MUTE
2
TUNED
FM STEREO
MHz
MHz
/10
Manual tuning
1. Press the FM or AM button.
2. Use the TUNING √/® buttons to change the frequency.
® (up)..............the frequency increases.
√ (down) .........the frequency decreases.
• The frequency changes in 50 kHz steps in FM and 10 kHz (or
9 kHz) in AM each time you press the TUNING √/® button.
• In FM, if this button is held continuously for more than 0.5 sec-
onds, the frequencies are scanned automatically (FM auto tuning mode). When a broadcast is received, scanning stops.
Direct tuning
1. Press the FM or AM button.
2. Press the DIRECT TUNING button.
The “_ _” will flash 16 seconds in the frequency display.
3. Enter the frequency using the number buttons while the
cursor is flashing.
Example: 88.10 MHz
50 kHz step area, 8 → 8 → 1 → 0/10
100 kHz step area, 8 → 8 → 1
Use the 0/10 number button to enter a 0.
• Out-of-range frequencies will be ignored.
• When receiving AM broadcasts with a 10 kHz steps, entering a
number for the 10 kHz digit will set the 1 kHz digit to 0.
Receiving RDS (European model only)
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SPEAKERS A
MEMORY
FM MUTE / MODE
CLEAR
VIDEO
FM MUTE
2
TUNED
FM STEREO
MHz
When an RDS (Radio Data System) station broadcasting PS (Program Service Name) information is received, the RDS indicator
lights up and the name of the station is displayed.
• RDS reception is only available on the European model, and
only in areas where RDS broadcasts are available.
Listening to a stereo radio station (FM mode)
When you tune in a stereo FM station, the FM STEREO indicator
lights up if the signal is sufficiently strong.
If the signal is weak, it may be impossible to tune in to the desired
station. In this case, tune in as follows.
Press the FM MUTE/MODE button. The FM MUTE indicator
turns off. At this time, the station will be in mono and interstation
noise will be heard. Select the station to which you want to listen.
Using preset radio stations
SCAN
STANDBY/ON
KEY CONTROL VOCAL
POWER
CANCEL
ON
OFF
ECHO LEVEL
2
MIC LEVEL
1
KARAOKE
MAX
MAX
MAX
MIN
MIN
MIN
TI CH INPUTMUL
2
MIC
PHONES
1
3-D BASS
Number buttons
GROUP
STANDBY
123
SCAN GROUP
SPEAKERSA B MIDNIGHT THEATERSURROUND MODE
VIDEO
1
AM
FM
4567890
Re-EQ
( )
2
VIDEO
TAPE
MONITOR
MEMORY
MASTER VOLUME
TUNING
FM MUTE / MODE
BASS
C D
A/V KARAOKE CONTROL RECEIVER
PARAMETER CONTROLLER
DIRECT TUNING
/10
AMFMDVD PHONO
PARAMETER SELECTOR
MEMORY
CLEAR
FM MUTE/MODE
TREBLE
TX-SE550
GROUP
SENDING/
LEARNED
TEST
POWER
DIMMER
SLEEP
TONE
INPUT SELECTOR
VIDEO-2
VIDEO-1
DVD
MULTI-CH
TUNER
TAPE PHONO C D LEARN
PROGRAMMABLE AREA TV/VIDEO
POWER
C H
POWER
TUNER
GROUP
CD
DISC
DVD
CH SEL
KARAOKE
LEVEL
KEY CONTROL
VOCAL
MUTING
CANCEL
REMOTE CONTROLLER
SUR
MODE
INPUT
VOLUME
TV/VCR
PRESET
TAPE
VOLUME
RC-386M
TUNER
√ PRESET ®
2
FM MUTE / MODE
MEMORY
CLEAR
3
SCAN GROUP
4
123
1
2
123
3
TUNED
SPEAKERS A
SPEAKERS A
4567890
SPEAKERS A
VIDEO
VIDEO
VIDEO
FM MUTE
2
FM MUTE
2
FM MUTE
2
AMFM
SCAN GROUP
4567890
or
SCAN GROUP
FM STEREO
TUNED
FM STEREO
TUNED
FM STEREO
Remote controller
Remote controller
Remote controller
MHz
MHz
MHz
TUNER
GROUP
PRESET
MEMORY
MEMORY
GROUP
A
CH
GROUP
B
CH
/10
GROUP
B
CH
/10
Programming radio stations
1. Select the frequency that you want to store in the memory.
(See Tuning in a radio station on page 24.)
2. Press the MEMORY button.
The MEMORY indicator will light up for eight seconds.
3. While the MEMORY indicator is lit, press the GROUP button to choose the desired group.
The group shown on the display changes in the following order
each time the button is pressed:
GROUP A GROUP B GROUP C
4. Select the desired memory number using number buttons.
• Since ten AM or FM stations can be stored in each group (A, B
or C), a total of 30 stations can be stored in the memory.
Selecting a preset station
1. Select the tuner as the source by pressing the AM or FM
input selector button on the main unit.
2. Press the GROUP button until the desired group is displayed.
3. Enter the desired preset number using the number buttons
or press the SCAN button to scan through the preset stations.
If the SCAN button is pressed, each station stored in the
selected group will be played for five seconds. When the desired
station is found, press the SCAN button again to stop scanning.
Remote controller operation
1. Select the tuner as the source by pressing the TUNER input
selector button on the remote controller.
2. Press the GROUP button until the desired group is displayed.
3. Press the PRESET (√ or ®) button.
MEMORY
FM MUTE / MODE
CLEAR
SPEAKERS A
VIDEO
FM MUTE
2
TUNED
FM STEREO
MHz
GROUP
B
CH
Cancelling preset stations
1. Select the preset station you wish to remove as explained in
the previous section.
2. Press the FM MUTE/MODE button while holding down the
MEMORY button. “– –” appears on the channel display.
• Once the preset station has been cancelled, the memory location
can be used to store another station.
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Recording a source
123
1VIDEO
2
4567890
Re-EQ
( )
2
VIDEO
TAPE
MONITOR
DIRECT TUNING
/10
AMFMDVD PHONO
PARAMETER SELECTOR
PARAMETER CONTROLLER
MEMORY
MASTER VOLUME
TUNING
FM MUTE / MODE
CLEAR
C D
BASS
A/V KARAOKE CONTROL RECEIVER
TREBLE
TX-SE550
1
STANDBY/ON
POWER
ON
OFF
1
MIC LEVEL
KARAOKE
MAX
MIN
1
PHONES
KEY CONTROL VOCAL
2
MAX
MIN
2
MIC
CANCEL
ECHO LEVEL
MIN
3-D BASS
MAX
TI CH INPUTMUL
STANDBY
SCAN GROUP
SPEAKERSA B MIDNIGHT THEATERSURROUND MODE
1·3 3
Turntable
CD player
Tape deck
(TAPE)
VCR, VDP
DVD
2
DVD
1
VIDEO
AMFM
PHONO
VIDEO
2
C D
Recording an audio source
Make all connections between the tape deck and the receiver as
shown in the “Audio equipment connections” diagram (page 6).
1. Insert a blank tape into the tape deck.
2. Press the input selector button for the source you want to
record.
If you select DVD, VIDEO-1 or VIDEO-2, only the audio will
•
be recorded.
•
If you select FM or AM, set the tuner to the station you want to
record.
3. Set the tape deck in recording mode. Start playing the
source.
Set the proper recording level using the controls on the tape
deck.
Please read the corresponding instruction manuals for more
•
information on how to operate the corresponding equipment.
TAPE
( )
MONITOR
Monitoring
If the tape deck has three heads, the signal just recorded can be
monitored:
Press the TAPE (MONITOR) button. The TAPE MONITOR indicator appears on the display.
To stop monitoring, press the TAPE (MONITOR) button again.
The TAPE MONITOR indicator turns off.
You cannot use the monitor function with the MULTI-CH
•
INPUT button turned on.
•
Refer to the tape deck’s instruction manual for more details.
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Recording a source
1
STANDBY/ON
POWER
ON
OFF
MIC LEVEL
1
KARAOKE
MAX
MIN
1
PHONES
KEY CONTROL VOCAL
2
MAX
MIN
2
MIC
CANCEL
ECHO LEVEL
MIN
3-D BASS
MAX
TI CH INPUTMUL
STANDBY
123
SCAN GROUP
SPEAKERSA B MIDNIGHT THEATERSURROUND MODE
4567890
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
TAPE
PARAMETER SELECTOR
PARAMETER CONTROLLER
DIRECT TUNING
/10
MEMORY
Re-EQ
( )
AMFMDVD PHONO
MONITOR
2
1·3 1·3
VCR
VDP, DVD player
(VIDEO-2)
MIN
KEY CONTROL VOCAL
MIC LEVEL
1
MAX
MIC
1
1VIDEO
or
3
STANDBY
CANCEL
123
SCAN GROUP
SPEAKERSA B MIDNIGHT THEATERSURROUND MODE
ECHO LEVEL
2
MAX
MAX
MIN
MIN
TI CH INPUTMUL
1VIDEO
2
3-D BASS
VIDEO
4
4567890
Re-EQ
( )
2
TAPE
MONITOR
DIRECT TUNING
/10
AMFMDVD PHONO
PARAMETER CONTROLLER
2
1
STANDBY/ON
POWER
ON
OFF
KARAOKE
PHONES
1·5
VDP, VCR, DVD (VIDEO-1)
2·5
MASTER VOLUME
TUNING
FM MUTE / MODE
CLEAR
BASS
C D
A/V KARAOKE CONTROL RECEIVER
(VIDEO-1)
DVD
PARAMETER SELECTOR
TUNING
FM MUTE / MODE
MEMORY
CLEAR
C D
A/V KARAOKE CONTROL RECEIVER
Turntable
CD player
TREBLE
TX-SE550
MASTER VOLUME
TREBLE
BASS
TX-SE550
Recording data from a video disc player (or a
video camcorder) to VCR
Video disc programs can be recorded onto a VCR (VIDEO-2).
1. Load a disc in the video disc player or DVD player, and
insert a blank tape in the VCR (VIDEO-2).
2. Press the VIDEO-1 or DVD button.
3. Start playing the video disc player and recording on the
VCR.
Refer to the Video equipment connections section on the page 7.
•
Adding new sound to a video tape during video
editing
During video tape editing, you can add sound to the recording
VCR from various audio program sources.
1. Insert the disc or tape that you want to record into the
player connected to VIDEO-1.
2. Insert a blank video tape in the VCR connected to VIDEO-2.
3. Press the VIDEO-1 button.
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4. Select the audio program source (FM, AM, PHONO, CD).
5. Start playing the video connected to the VIDEO-1 terminal
and start playing the sound source. Then, start recording on
the VCR that is connected to the VIDEO-2 terminal.
•
Refer to the video disc player, video camcorder, DVD or VCR
instruction manuals for additional information.
VCR (VIDEO-2)
3
4
1VIDEO
AMFM PHONO
C D
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Programming remote controller codes
Universal Programmable Remote Controller RC-386M
If you are using another manufacturer’s product that has a remote controller, you can memorize that component’s codes into the RC-386M.
NOTE:
•
The commands of Onkyo cassette tape decks and the CD player are already stored at the TAPE and CD positions of the remote controller.
•
This remote controller uses infrared rays. Most remote controller codes can be memorized using the infrared system; however, depending
on the degree to which the system differs, there may be some rare occasions when memorization is not possible.
Displays and switches
1. SENDING/LEARNED indicator
This indicator acts as a guide when commands are programmed
into or sent by the remote controller. It also warns the user when
an error is made or battery power is low.
2. LEARN button
3. Programmable button area
See the table below.
SENDING/
LEARNED
C H
DIMMER
VIDEO-2
GROUP
TEST
TONE
MULTI-CH
INPUT
VOLUME
TUNER
PRESET
POWER
SLEEP
INPUT SELECTOR
VIDEO-1
DVD
TAPE PHONO C D LEARN
TUNER
PROGRAMMABLE AREA TV/VIDEO
POWER
POWER
SUR
MODE
TV/VCR
1. SENDING/
LEARNED
indicator
2. LEARN button
3. PROGRAMMABLE
AREA
Device commands
Symbol VDP VCR TV
POWER
C H
VOLUME
POWER POWER POWER
– – CHANNEL UP, DOWN
– – VOLUME UP/DOWN
STOP STOP –
PLAY PLAY –
– Rec/Pause –
TV/VCR
– – TV/VCR switching
– FAST REWIND –
– FAST FORWARD –
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Programming remote controller codes
1
SENDING/
LEARNED
POWER
DVD
TAPE PHONO C D LEARN
SLEEP
INPUT SELECTOR
VIDEO-1
TUNER
Light
DIMMER
VIDEO-2
TEST
TONE
MULTI-CH
INPUT
2
SUR
MODE
5 to 10 cm
(2 to 4 inch)
LEARN button
4
Leaning new controller codes
1. Press the LEARN button.
2. Place the head of your old remote controller 2-4 inches (5-10
cm) from the head of the RC-386M, laying both units on a
table or a flat surface.
3. On the RC-386M, press the button in the PROGRAMMABLE AREA into which you want to store the code.
The SENDING/LEARNED indicator lights up.
•
4. On your old remote controller, hold down the button for the
function you want the RC-386M to memorize while the
LEARNED indicator is lit. Keep pressing this button until it
turns off.
To store a code to another button, repeat steps 1-4.
•
NOTES:
Some remote controllers use a single button to perform different
•
functions, with the function code changing each time the button
is pressed. If you are using this kind of controller, please perform the “learn” operations for each function individually to
store each function to a button on the RC-386M.
For instructions regarding the operation of “learned” units,
•
please refer to the instruction manual for each product.
•
Even after codes have been memorized, please keep your old
remote controller in a safe place. If the memorized codes are
lost when the batteries run down, it will be necessary to memorize them once again using the old remote controller.
Reprogramming the buttons:
Follow the steps 1-4 described above. The previous codes will be
lost, and new codes will be stored.
RC-386M
2
The button you wish to memorize
3
SENDING/
LEARNED
C H
DIMMER
VIDEO-2
TEST
TONE
MULTI-CH
INPUT
CH SEL
LEVEL
MUTING
VOLUME
POWER
SLEEP
INPUT SELECTOR
VIDEO-1
DVD
TAPE PHONO C D LEARN
TUNER
PROGRAMMABLE AREA TV/VIDEO
POWER
POWER
KARAOKE
KEY CONTROL
VOCAL
CANCEL
SUR
MODE
VOLUME
Operating the RC-386M
Please check whether previously-memorized functions are working
properly. If the SENDING indicator is not illuminated when a programmed button is pressed, it may need to be relearned from your
old remote controller.
Then operate the remote controller by pressing the buttons of the
functions you want to use.
•
If you press a button that has no code stored, the SENDING/
LEARNED indicator will not light up.
Clearing all memorized codes
1. Press the LEARN button.
2. Press and hold the POWER and VOLUME
†
buttons
together until the SENDING/LEARNED indicator turns off.
•
All codes stored in the programmable area will be deleted.
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REMOTE CONTROLLER
RC-386M
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Troubleshooting guide
If a problem occurs while you are using the remote controller, first try to operate the front panel controls on the main unit to make sure that it
is not due to a malfunction (or worn out batteries) in the remote controller.
Trouble Cause Remedy
No power.
Power on but no sound.
No sound from the center
speaker, or very minimal sound.
Hum, low-frequency noise.
Howling when the volume is
turned up.
Rough or scratchy sound. High
range is not clear.
AM stations cannot be received.
Buzzing noise on AM (particularly conspicuous at night or with
weak stations).
High-pitched noise or buzzing
noise on AM.
Crackling noise on AM, FM.
TUNED and STEREO indicators light but sound is distorted
and stereo separation is bad.
TUNED and STEREO indicators flicker and hiss is heard on
FM.
No station is recalled when a
SCAN button is pressed.
Front panel controls function but
remote controller does not.
The sound of the playback
source is not heard.
Your voice is not heard when you
speak or sing into the microphone.
Karaoke is not turned on.
You cannot select DOLBY PRO
LOGIC.
See
page
Power cord is disconnected.
•
There is external noise in the computer circuits of
•
this unit.
AC fuse blown.
•
TAPE MONITOR indicator is lit.
•
MUTING indicator is lit.
•
Bad connections.
•
•
Amplifier protection circuitry has been activated.
(‘PROTECT’ will be displayed.)
•
Speaker cable is not corrected.
SURROUND MODE button is set to STEREO.
•
•
CENTER level is set to minimum.
CENTER SPEAKER is set to NO.
•
Poor or no input ground.
•
•
Poor or no phono motor ground.
The placement of the audio connection cables on
•
the rear panel is incorrect.
Turntable and speakers are too close together.
•
Stylus of turntable pick-up is worn.
•
Turntable stylus tip is dirty.
•
•
Treble control too high.
AM loop antenna is not attached.
•
Noise from electrical apparatus such as fluores-
•
cent lamp.
•
Noise from TV set.
Noise caused by turning fluorescent lamp on and
•
off.
•
Noise from automobile ignition.
•
Station is too strong.
•
Multiple reflection of the radio waves because of
tall buildings or mountains.
•
Station is too weak.
Stereo FM broadcasts cover only about half the
•
distance of an ordinary broadcast.
The power cord has been unplugged or the
•
POWER switch has been turned off for a long
time.
•
No batteries in remote controller.
•
Batteries have worn out.
Connect power cord.
•
Turn the power button off and then on again or
•
remove the AC plug from the outlet and then plug
it again.
Contact your Onkyo Service Center.
•
Press the TAPE (MONITOR) button.
•
Press the MUTING button on the remote control-
•
ler to turn it off.
Check connections, speaker leads, etc.
•
•
Contact your Onkyo Service Center.
•
Check the connection between the amplifier and
the speaker.
Set the SURROUND MODE button to DOLBY
•
PRO LOGIC, HALL, LIVE or ARENA.
•
Set the CENTER level to the appropriate volume.
Set CENTER SPEAKER to YES.
•
Check outer conductor of input plugs.
•
•
Check for proper ground connection.
Adjust the placement of the cable to reduce hum.
•
Move them farther apart.
•
Replace.
•
Clean.
•
•
Turn treble control down.
Connect the included AM loop antenna to the AM
•
antenna terminals.
Move the AM loop antenna to different position.
•
•
Set up an outdoor AM antenna.
•
Place the AM loop antenna as far as possible
from the TV.
•
Move unit away from TV set.
Move antenna as f ar as possib le from the fluores-
•
cent lamp.
•
Install an FM outdoor antenna as far as possible
from the road.
•
Change the position or direction of the outdoor
antenna.
•
Change to T-shaped antenna.
•
Use antenna which has better directivity and
select a point where the distortion is least.
•
Install an outdoor FM antenna.
Change the position or direction of the outdoor
•
antenna.
The memory contents are lost. Store all stations
•
again.
• Insert batteries.
• Replace batteries.
11
11
16
19
10
10
21
15
14
13
13
13
13
13
12
13
13
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• The input selector is not set properly. • Set it to the playback source. 16
• Microphone plug is not firmly inserted into the
MIC jack.
• Microphone is turned off.
• The karaoke function is turned off.
• DOLBY PRO LOGIC is selected.
• MULTI-CH INPUT is selected.
• Insert the plug firmly.
• Turn on the microphone.
• Press the KARAOKE button to turn on the
KARAOKE indicator.
• Select another Surround mode.
• Select another INPUT.
22
22
22
• KARAOKE is turned on. • Turn KARAOKE off. 22
6
6
5
5
Also refer to the respective instruction manuals of the video disc player, video cassette recorder, TV monitor, etc., that compose your entertainment system.
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Specifications
AMPLIFIER SECTION
Maximum Power output (EIAJ) 100 watts
Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.08% at rated power (Front)
IM Distortion: 0.08% at rated power (Front)
Damping Factor: 60 at 8 ohms (Front)
Input Sensitivity and Impedance
PHONO: 2.5 mV, 50 kohms
LINE (CD, TAPE, DVD,
VIDEO-1, 2): 200 mV, 50 kohms
MULTICHANNEL INPUT
(FRONT L/R, SUR-
ROUND L/R, CENTER): 200 mV, 50 kohms
(SUBWOOFER): 36 mV, 50 kohms
DIGITAL-2 (COAXIAL): 0.5 Vp-p, 75 ohms
VIDEO IN
(DVD, VIDEO-1, 2): 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms
Output Level and Impedance
Rec out (TAPE, VIDEO-2): 200 mV, 2.2 kohms
Pre out (SUBWOOFER): 1 V, 2.2 kohms
VIDEO OUT
(VIDEO-2, MONITOR): 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms
Phono Overload: 110 mV RMS at 1 kHz, 0.5% T.H.D.
Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 30 kHz, ±1 dB
RIAA Deviation: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, ±0.8 dB
Tone Control
Bass: ±10 dB at 100 Hz
Treble: ±10 dB at 10 kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
Phono: 80 dB (IHF A, 5 mV input)
CD/Tape: 100 dB (IHF A)
× 5 at 6 ohms
VIDEO SECTION
Signal sensitivity and
impedance:
1 Vp-p, 75 ohms
(DVD, VIDEO-1, VIDEO-2 input, output)
TUNER SECTION
FM
Tuning Range: 87.5 — 108.0 MHz
Usable Sensitivity
Mono: 11.2 dBf, 1.0 µV (75 ohms)
Stereo: 18.2 dBf, 2.2 µV (75 ohms)
50 dB Quieting Sensitivity
Mono: 18.2 dBf, 2.2 µV (75 ohms)
Stereo: 39.2 dBf, 24 µV (75 ohms)
Capture Ratio: 1.5 dB
Image Rejection Ratio
U.S.A. & Canadian models: 40 dB
Other area models: 85 dB
IF Rejection Ratio: 90 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
Mono: 73 dB
Stereo: 67 dB
Alternate Channel Attenuation: 55 dB
Selectivity: 50 dB (DIN)
AM Suppression Ratio: 50 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion
Mono: 0.15%
Stereo: 0.25%
Frequency Response: 30 Hz — 15 kHz, ±1.5 dB
Stereo Separation: 45 dB at 1 kHz
30 dB at 100 Hz — 10 kHz
AM
Tuning Range
U.S.A. & Canadian models: 530—1,710 kHz (10 kHz steps)
European & Australian
models:
Worldwide models: 531—1,602 kHz (9 kHz steps),
Usable Sensitivity: 30 µV
Image Rejection Ratio: 40 dB
IF Rejection Ratio: 40 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 40 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.7%
522—1,611 kHz (9 kHz steps)
530—1,710 kHz (10 kHz steps)
GENERAL
Power Supply: AC 230 V, 50 Hz
AC 220-230 V and 120 V switchable,
Power Consumption: 3.3 A
Dimensions (W
Weight: 10.7 kg, 23.6 lbs.
× H × D): 435 × 150 × 334 mm
REMOTE CONTROL
Transmitter: Infrared
Signal range: Approx. 5 meters, 16 ft.
Power supply: Two “AA” batteries (1.5 V × 2)
Specifications and features are subject to change without notice.
Power supply and voltage vary depending on the area in which the unit is
purchased.
50/60 Hz
240 W
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Control positions and names
STANDBY/ON
ON
KARAOKE
PHONES
25
Display
1
POWER
OFF
MIN
23
KEY CONTROL VOCAL
2
MIC LEVEL
1
MAX
MIN
2
MIC
1
a
45
CANCEL
ECHO LEVEL
MAX
MAX
MIN
3-D BASS
LIVE
HALL
ARENA
CINEMA R e-EQ
MIDNIGHT THEATER
KARAOKE
67 8
STANDBY
123
SCAN GROUP
SPEAKERSA B MIDNIGHT THEATERSURROUND MODE
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DOLBY PRO LOGIC
DOLBY DIGITAL
STEREO
SPEAKERS A B
TAPE MONITOR
9
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VIDEO
( )
2
TAPE
MONITOR
1VIDEO
1617
g
MUTING
FM MUTE
12
VIDEO
DVD
Re-EQ
15
/10
AMFMDVD PHONO
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TUNED
PARAMETER SELECTOR
PARAMETER CONTROLLER
DIRECT TUNING
MEMORY
i
FM STEREO
DIGITAL
TUNING
FM MUTE / MODE
CLEAR
12
kHz
MHz
C D
j
MEMORY
klm
RDS
3-DB
121110
MASTER VOLUME
BASS
A/V KARAOKE CONTROL RECEIVER
14
n
GROUP
A B C
SLEEP
MIN
mSEC
dBCH
TREBLE
13
TX-SE550
Front panel
For more information about buttons or knobs, refer to the pages listed
in the brackets ( [ ] ) below.
1. STANDBY/ON button [9, 11]
2. POWER switch [9, 11]
3. Key control buttons [22, 23]
4. Vocal cancel button [22, 23]
5. SPEAKERS A/B button [16, 18]
6. STANDBY indicator [5, 11]
7. Remote control sensor [5]
8. TUNER operation buttons
SCAN button [25]
GROUP button [25]
Number buttons [16, 24, 25]
DIRECT TUNING button [24]
TUNING UP/DOWN buttons [24]
FM MUTE/MODE button [24, 25]
MEMORY button [25]
9. Display (Refer to the “Display” illustration.)
10. PARAMETER SELECTOR buttons [14, 15]
11. PARAMETER CONTROLLER buttons [14, 15]
12. MASTER VOLUME control knob [16, 20]
13. TREBLE control knob [16, 18]
14. BASS control knob [16, 18]
15. Re-EQ button [20, 21]
16. MIDNIGHT THEATER button [20, 21]
17. SURROUND MODE button [20, 21]
18. Input selector buttons [16, 20, 21]
19. MULTI CHANNEL INPUT button [17]
20. Echo level control knob [22, 23]
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21. 3-D BASS button [18]
22. MIC level 1/2 knobs [22, 23]
23. MIC input 1/2 jacks [22, 23]
24. Karaoke button [22, 23]
25. PHONES jack [18]
Display
If a protective film on the surface of the screen making it difficult
to read the display, remove the film.
a. MIDNIGHT THEATER indicator
b. Surround Mode indicators
c. Tape Monitor indicator
d. Speakers A/B indicators
e. Audio Mute indicator
f. Video input selector indicators
g. FM Mute On/Off indicator
h. Tuned indicators
i. FM Stereo indicator
j. 3-D Bass indicator
k. RDS station received indicator (European model only)
l. Memory indicator
m. Group indicators
n. Sleep indicator
o. Multi function display
(Frequency and Preset station/Input selector/Sleep time/
Volume level)
p. CINEMA Re-EQ indicator
q. Key transpose indicators
r. Karaoke indicator
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Remote controller RC-386M
1. Power button (POWER) [11]
2. Sleep button (SLEEP) [16, 19]
3. Input selector buttons [16]
4. PROGRAMMABLE AREA buttons [28, 29]
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SENDING/
LEARNED
SUR
POWER
1
2
3
4
SLEEP
INPUT SELECTOR
VIDEO-1
DVD
TAPE PHONO C D LEARN
TUNER
PROGRAMMABLE AREA TV/VIDEO
POWER
POWER
DISC
C H
CD
DIMMER
VIDEO-2
GROUP
TEST
TONE
MULTI-CH
INPUT
VOLUME
TUNER
PRESET
TAPE
MODE
TV/VCR
5
DVD
6
7
8
9
KARAOKE
KEY CONTROL
VOCAL
CANCEL
CH SEL
LEVEL
MUTING
VOLUME
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
5. CD operation buttons [34]
6. DVD operation buttons [35]
7. Karaoke button [22, 23]
8. Key control button [22, 23]
: Pitch is raised in semitone steps.
: Pitch is lowered in semitone steps.
9. Vocal cancel [22, 23]
10. Level up/down button (LEVEL π/†) [14~17, 21]
11. DIMMER button (DIMMER) [16]
12. Test tone button (TEST TONE) [14, 15]
13. Surround mode button (SUR MODE) [20]
14. Multi channel input button [17]
15. LEARN button [28, 29]
16. Tuner operation buttons (TUNER) [25, 34] GROUP: — Group selector button √PRESET®: — Preset memory up/down buttons
17. Tape operation buttons [34]
18. Channel selector button (CH SEL) [14~17, 21]
19. Volume buttons (VOLUME π/†) [16]
Volume control for the Front, Center, Surround and Subwoofer speakers.
20. Audio muting button (MUTING) [16, 19]
10
REMOTE CONTROLLER
RC-386M
20
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Using the remote controller
Listening to the radio
SENDING/
LEARNED
SUR
SLEEP
INPUT SELECTOR
C H
CD
DVD
DIMMER
VIDEO-2
GROUP
TEST
TONE
MULTI-CH
INPUT
TUNER
CH SEL
LEVEL
MUTING
VOLUME
PRESET
TAPE
MODE
TV/VCR
3
VOLUME
POWER
VIDEO-1
DVD
TAPE PHONO C D LEARN
1
2
TUNER
PROGRAMMABLE AREA TV/VIDEO
POWER
POWER
DISC
KARAOKE
KEY CONTROL
VOCAL
CANCEL
1. Press the TUNER button.
2. Press the GROUP button to select the desired GROUP.
3. Use the PRESET buttons to select the desired station.
REMOTE CONTROLLER
RC-386M
Using an Onkyo tape deck
SENDING/
LEARNED
SUR
SLEEP
INPUT SELECTOR
C H
CD
DVD
DIMMER
VIDEO-2
GROUP
TEST
TONE
MULTI-CH
INPUT
TUNER
CH SEL
LEVEL
MUTING
MODE
VOLUME
TV/VCR
PRESET
TAPE
2
VOLUME
RC-386M
POWER
VIDEO-1
DVD
TUNER
1
TAPE PHONO C D LEARN
PROGRAMMABLE AREA TV/VIDEO
POWER
POWER
DISC
KARAOKE
KEY CONTROL
VOCAL
CANCEL
REMOTE CONTROLLER
These buttons enable you to control ONKYO cassette tape decks
that can be remotely controlled. (Refer to page 9.)
1. Press the TAPE button.
2. Press the transport buttons.
Reverse play
Forward play
Recording/pause
Stop
Fast Rewind
Fast Forward
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Using an Onkyo CD player
SENDING/
LEARNED
SUR
SLEEP
INPUT SELECTOR
C H
CD
DIMMER
VIDEO-2
GROUP
TEST
TONE
MULTI-CH
INPUT
TUNER
VOLUME
PRESET
TAPE
MODE
1
TV/VCR
POWER
VIDEO-1
DVD
TAPE PHONO C D LEARN
TUNER
PROGRAMMABLE AREA TV/VIDEO
POWER
POWER
DISC
2
DVD
CH SEL
KARAOKE
VOLUME
VOCAL
LEVEL
MUTING
RC-386M
KEY CONTROL
CANCEL
REMOTE CONTROLLER
These buttons enables you to control ONKYO CD players that can
be remotely controlled. (Refer to page 9.)
1. Press the CD button.
2. Press the transport buttons.
Play
Pause
Stop
Down
Up
DISC Select a CD changer tray.
Using the remote controller
SENDING/
LEARNED
SUR
DIMMER
INPUT SELECTOR
VIDEO-2
C H
GROUP
CD
DVD
TEST
TONE
MULTI-CH
INPUT
TUNER
CH SEL
LEVEL
MUTING
MODE
VOLUME
TV/VCR
PRESET
TAPE
VOLUME
POWER
SLEEP
VIDEO-1
1
DVD
TAPE PHONO C D LEARN
TUNER
PROGRAMMABLE AREA TV/VIDEO
POWER
POWER
DISC
2
KARAOKE
KEY CONTROL
VOCAL
CANCEL
Using an Onkyo DVD player
These buttons enable you to control ONKYO D VD players that can
be remotely controlled. (Refer to page 9.)
1. Press the DVD button.
2. Press the transport buttons.
Play
Stop
Down
Up
Fast Rewind
Fast Forward
REMOTE CONTROLLER
RC-386M
Using the Karaoke function
SENDING/
LEARNED
SUR
INPUT SELECTOR
C H
CD
DVD
DIMMER
VIDEO-2
GROUP
TEST
TONE
MULTI-CH
INPUT
TUNER
CH SEL
LEVEL
MUTING
MODE
VOLUME
TV/VCR
PRESET
TAPE
VOLUME
RC-386M
POWER
SLEEP
VIDEO-1
DVD
TAPE PHONO C D LEARN
TUNER
PROGRAMMABLE AREA TV/VIDEO
POWER
POWER
DISC
1
2
3
KARAOKE
KEY CONTROL
VOCAL
CANCEL
REMOTE CONTROLLER
1. Karaoke button
Press this button to turn the Karaoke function ON and OFF.
2. Key control button
Adjusts the music in semitone steps (–6 ~ +6)
: Pitch is raised in semitone steps.
: Pitch is lowered in semitone steps.
3. Vocal cancel
Selects VOCAL CANCEL mode.
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